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If and when new materials and production techniques are developed that can improve the quality of its product, or material substitutions are necessary due to availability, Airstream reserves the right to make such changes.
However, should you ever feel equipment. that you may be in need of assistance, please consult your Airstream dealer for advice on service that may be NOTE required. A note is used to address practices not related A brief explanation of the operation of the appliances to personal injury.
Safety Safety Precautions Tire Safety Properly maintained tires improve the steering, Many things can be construed as safety related, but stopping, traction, and load-carrying capability of your the most important is your common sense� If you are vehicle� Refer to Section 8 - Maintenance for tire care careless with matches, cigarettes, flammable material, and safety information�...
WARNING Airstream strongly suggests that you take measures to properly ventilate your trailer on a regular basis� If you Smoke alarms have a limited life. The unit should have any questions with respect to proper ventilation...
The alarm will only Carbon Monoxide Detector user’s manual, please indicate the presence of CO gas at the sensor. contact the manufacturer, your dealer, or Airstream Important Safety Precautions Customer Service� • Carbon Monoxide is produced by the incomplete...
Safety The following conditions can result in potentially Liquid Propane Gas (LPG) Detector dangerous CO situations 1� Excessive spillage or reverse-venting of fuel- burning appliances caused by outdoor conditions, such as: • Wind direction and/or velocity, including high gusts of wind� •...
Safety Detector Test Fire Extinguisher The Test/Reset button is used to verify proper alarm function� Executing the test function sounds the alarm and illuminates the red LED� The test will sound the alarm twice, with four beeps in 1 second, followed by 5 seconds of silence�...
This Limited Warranty Covers of the travel trailer excluded from coverage� There is no warranty of any nature made by Airstream beyond (i) The first retail owner and any subsequent owners that contained in this limited warranty� No person has...
Airstream does not control the scheduling of repairs hookup to other facilities; Acts or omissions of any at its authorized Airstream dealers, and repairs at the person or entity other than Airstream� (Note: An Airstream factory may not be immediately available�...
1/8 in� toe-in� These tolerances will only Lack of customer care and/or improper maintenance change if the trailer is subjected to abuse, such as will result in early failure for which Airstream cannot be dropping off a sharp berm, striking a curb, or hitting held responsible�...
2� Turn off gas at LP tanks� Safety Administration (NHTSA), in addition to notifying 3� Retract stabilizing jacks� Airstream Inc� 4� Check hitch for proper attachment� If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists 5�...
All you need to do to enjoy the self-contained luxury roadside locations by turning off the main highway and of your Airstream is to turn on the LP and light any exploring� appliance pilot lights�...
General Information Extended Stay WARNING Making a long trip in your Airstream is not very different from making a weekend excursion� Since everything Whenever the trailer must be lifted with a jack, as you need is right at hand, you are at home wherever when changing a tire, always place the lifting jack you go�...
General Information Tips To Control Condensation Molds Allow excess moisture to escape to the outside when: Molds are microscopic organisms that naturally occur in virtually every environment, indoors and • Bathing, washing dishes, hair drying, etc� out� Outdoors, mold growth is important in the •...
General Information Waste Water Systems 23-ft. FB Model The main parts of the waste water system are the toilet, dual holding tanks, and tank dump valves (see Section 8 - Maintenance for dump valve information). The system is designed to provide complete self- contained toilet facilities, while on the road or parked, without being connected to a sewage line�...
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General Information 25-ft. FB Model 28-ft. RB Model 1� Galley Drain 1� Galley Drain 2� Lavatory Drain 2� Lavatory Drain 3� Shower Drain 3� Shower Drain 4� Toilet Drain 4� Toilet Drain 27-ft. FB Model 30-ft. RB Model 1� Galley Drain 1�...
General Information Winter Traveling Safety Traveling in sub-freezing temperatures will require As always, safety should be a top priority� Ensure certain precautions to protect the plumbing system you and everyone traveling with you can operate the and your personal belongings from being damaged by main door and emergency exit window rapidly, without freezing�...
Floor Plans And Specifications Floor Plans 23CB International Serenity 23FB International Serenity 25RB International Serenity 25FB International Serenity 2020 International...
Floor Plans And Specifications Specifications Specification Chart NOTE All weights listed in the Specification Chart are checked and updated throughout the model year. Your production trailer may vary from weights listed. International Serenity Model 23’ CB 23’ FB 25’ RB 25’...
Floor Plans And Specifications Measuring Hitch Ball Height The UBW and NCC weights listed in the Specification Chart are for the base unit with LP and batteries The proper height will vary according to the weight you included. carry and the tires you use. However, checking the Gross Vehicular Weight Rating (GVWR) is the height on your trailer is relatively easy: maximum permissible weight of this trailer when fully...
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Floor Plans And Specifications NOTES 2020 International...
General Information and Cleaning Draperies Remove the draperies by unsnapping them from the The interior of all Airstream trailers has been designed wall, removing a screw or pop rivet from the end of the for comfort, convenience, durability, and appearance�...
Interior Vinyl Flooring Telephone Shower Head The telephone shower head is designed to give General Cleaning maximum flexibility in usage, and provides for water- Use a soft broom to sweep the floor. A vacuum cleaner saving techniques when using your trailer on self- may damage the flooring, especially the type that uses containment�...
This is because the water heater is being filled and air is being pushed out through the lines� Once the All lighting in the Airstream trailer is LED and most will water heater is full, a steady stream of water will require a replacement fixture should it go out.
Draining System Toilet Fresh Water Lines and Tanks The RV toilet in your Airstream is a design that has been used for many years� There is either one or two Fresh water drain valves consist of low point water line pedals depending on your model�...
All that is needed to clean your faucet is a soft, damp failure� cloth� Airstream does not recommend the use of scour Refer to Section 8 - Maintenance for important battery pads, cleansers, or chemicals� The abrasive nature of maintenance information�...
Interior Battery Disconnect Switch Converter The battery disconnect switch is used to separate the batteries from the 12-volt distribution panel� When the trailer is plugged into an external AC power source the 12-volt distribution panel will receive power from the converter and the batteries will be charged through the converter charging system regardless of if the battery switch is in the ON/OFF position�...
Interior 12-Volt Power Circuits 120-Volt AC Panel Board The current in the converter system is 12 volts direct The AC panel board section of the power converter current (12 VDC) negative grounded� Power sources contains the 120 VAC branch circuit breakers for your that supply 12-VDC current to the system are as RV�...
If that does not solve the When the three-pronged plug can be used, problem, consult an Airstream Service Center� there will be no problems with proper polarity or The 120-volt electrical system provides power to grounding with a properly wired shoreline outlet.
By taking action, you can help protect your family from the risk of electric shock� NOTE All GFCI breakers implement an auto self-test function, however, Airstream recommends a manual test be conducted every month. 5-11 2020 International...
Interior Appliances TV Wall Plate Power Supply All appliances are delivered to Airstream Inc� with in- depth owner’s manuals� Those manuals are included in the delivery case supplied by your dealer� The manuals may contain warnings, cautions, and operating instruction that should be read and followed before operating the appliances�...
In the bathrooms round ventilators are used and are opened by pushing straight up on the crossbar handle The roof air conditioner used on Airstream trailers and pressing the red switch to engage the fan motor� is one of the most popular on the market today� In your owner’s packet is a set of literature covering all...
3� Open window(s) or door for airflow. misplaced, new literature can be ordered directly from the manufacturer or your Airstream dealer� The The source of airflow is determined by the number of manufacturer also offers a detailed service guide for window(s) or door opened�...
Interior Refrigerator SeeLevel II Monitor Panel Review all refrigerator literature supplied in your owner’s packet or stored in the refrigerator prior to operating it� In an absorption refrigerant system, ammonia is liquefied in the finned condenser coil at the top-rear of the refrigerator.
Green = Full, Yellow = Partial, blinking Orange = low� When orange LED is blinking, due to low voltage, both the green and yellow LEDs will be dimly lit� Manuals on their use are included with the Airstream owner’s packet� 5-16...
Interior Electronic Ignition For those units manufactured without the solar panel option, a 3-port plug-in has been pre-wired on the roof� This port allows for roof mounted solar panels to be installed after manufacturing without the need for running wires� A single port has also been pre-wired in the front of the unit near the battery box�...
If a substance is found on the coating that cannot be cleaners or polishes on coated aluminum wheels� removed by normal washing procedures, Airstream recommends using DX 330 Acryli-Clean, made by PPG Industries� Follow all directions and warnings on the product container�...
Exterior General Information and Operation Screen Door The screen door is secured to the main door by a slide Step bolt-type latch� It can be operated independently by releasing the slide bolt and swinging the screen door away from the main door� Rear Hatch and Screen To operate the step, lift up on the front of the step and pull straight out until step locks into place�...
Units with power awnings installed have a power awning lock switch located on the awning control panel� When OFF this switch will disconnect the power to the awning� Airstream recommends the awning lock switch be turned OFF while traveling� NOTE...
Exterior NOTE City Water Hookup Use only power cords recommended by Airstream. Many campgrounds provide less than 30-amp service, and your hookup may blow their fuse or circuit breaker� If this happens, reduce the load and replace the fuse or reset the breaker�...
Replacement parts the power jack� When the jack is fully extended or can be purchased through your Airstream Dealer� See retracted, internal limit switches automatically shut off additional information included in your owner’s packet�...
Exterior the drive pin� Rotating the handle counterclockwise Bypass flow is extremely important in the proper to raise or clockwise to lower the trailer� If the fuse is operation of this connection. The flow-limiting device blown, replace the fuse with the same type and check may activate if the cylinder valve is opened quickly�...
Exterior Automatic Gas Regulator 3� Turn the large clamping T-handle counterclockwise until the hold-down bracket is loosened enough to be able to remove the tank� If your trailer is equipped with a gas tank cover, the T-handle must be removed, and then the cover removed before removing the bottle WARNING Do not remove the center hold-down rod.
Exterior Exterior LPG Port WARNING An exterior LPG port quick-connect is installed on the hitch A-frame of your trailer� An LPG supply line is Do not store LPG tanks within a vehicle. LPG tanks shipped with the trailer in the loose parts box� This can are equipped with safety devices that vent gas be used to connect a lantern or other appliance that should the pressure become excessive.
Towing Tow Vehicle Brakes When buying a new vehicle to tow your trailer, we All trailers are equipped with Dexter Nev-R-Adjust suggest including towing options offered by most tow brakes� Please follow all maintenance procedures vehicle manufacturers� These include such things as a in the Dexter user’s manual provided in the owner’s heavy-duty alternator and radiator, heavy-duty springs packet�...
A full load of water equals XXX kg or XXX lbs of cargo @ 1 kg/L (8.3 lb/gal) WARNING Airstream weighs the trailer as finished to arrive at the Do not use the breakaway switch as a parking trailer’s weight� That number is subtracted from the brake.
Towing Weighing Your Trailer Place a piece of wood of approximately the same thickness as the bathroom scale on the ground in line The illustration below shows how to weigh the trailer on with the trailer hitch jack as shown� It should be so scales�...
Equalizing Hitch Load Distribution When a trailer is properly hitched up to a tow vehicle We want every Airstream owner to be a safe and with a load equalizing hitch, approximately 1/3 of the courteous driver� A few hours of towing practice in a trailer’s tongue weight will be on the trailer’s axles...
Towing Cooling System Overload Off-Road Towing When towing, you might encounter a temporary cooling When driving in mud and sand, let the momentum system overload during severe conditions, such as: carry the rig through� Apply power gently and use as little as possible�...
Towing Backing Up Controlling Sway or Fishtailing When backing up, the important thing to remember is Sway or fishtailing is the sideways action of a to do everything slowly and to immediately correct if trailer caused by external forces� It is common for you see the trailer turning the wrong way�...
Although Airstream has not intruded into the hitch used: manufacturer’s field of expertise and performed formal testing, we find the vast majority of Airstream owners 1� Slow down immediately and remove your foot from purchase sway-control devices� the accelerator� Avoid using the tow vehicle brakes unless there is a danger of collision�...
Maintenance Maintenance Schedule Every 5,000 miles or 90 days Hitch Ball Lubricate with hitch ball lube or WARNING wheel bearing grease. Range Exhaust Clean fan blades and wash Failure to maintain your trailer can cause pre- Hood filter. mature and unexpected parts breakage and/or Main Door Step Lubricate and inspect moving erratic operation that may be hazardous.
Maintenance Suggested Maintenance and Replacement Parts (Part numbers listed are Airstream part numbers and can be ordered by calling a Certified Airstream Dealer.) WARNING Always replace the bulb or light fixture with the correct bulb for that light or matching fixture. Failure to heed this warning could cause fire, property damage, personal injury, or death.
The following exterior care products are recommended (PN - 365330-03 [10 oz tube-Gray]) - Use anywhere a by Airstream. Read and follow label directions. Exterior thicker bead of Gray sealant is required. sealant should be checked and resealed once a year.
Most Airstream dealers cannot make Never attempt to change any tire on the trailer adjustments to tires. An Airstream or tire dealer that without securely chocking the trailer’s remaining handles that particular brand must do this. If you wheels.
Maintenance Tire Load and Inflation Information How Overloading Affects Your Tires Tire pressure is what enables your trailer tire to Maintaining proper tire inflation pressure is essential for support loads, thus, overloading can have serious both tire safety and performance. consequences.
Maintenance 6� Never drive on smooth tires. Tires should be Most trailers are towed at or near maximum loads removed when 2/32 in. of tread depth remains. In during hot weather and then are left idle for months. In most states, it is illegal to drive with less than 2/32 normal use, oils in the tire come to the surface during in.
Maintenance Spare Tire Carrier Refer to the following table for wheel specifications. Wheel Specifications The spare tire for Airstreams is stored under the front of the trailer. The front handle of the tire carrier is a Size/Center Size Lug Pattern Model 1-in.
Dexter Operation bent or damaged. Maintenance Manual enclosed in your owner’s packet. Airstream recommends these procedures be 4� The Robofoot does not need to be lubricated or performed by a qualified Dexter service technician, due modified after installation.
Allow no more than 20 to 30 seconds pin separation, as damage to brake magnets may occur. Battery (Lead Acid) Your Airstream trailer is factory equipped with an Interstate battery (SRM-24). When solar panel equipped an AGM GPL-24 battery will be installed. Battery Amp Draw and Testing...
Maintenance For battery service or replacement, go to a service The 28 ft. - Rear Bed water pump location is under the station or dealer who sells and services the make of stove. The bottom cabinet panel pulls off for access. battery installed in your trailer.
Maintenance Drain Valve Locations Water Heater Bypass Valve The 23 ft. Front Bed model has a fresh water tank drain, a white petcock, under the trailer on the tank pan in front of the roadside tires. It also has two water line low-point drain valves located inside the pantry cabinet behind the removable lower face panel.
Maintenance Black and Gray Water Tank Draining Sanitizing Potable water systems require periodic maintenance To empty one or both tanks, attach the sewer hose to deliver a consistent flow of fresh water. Depending by pressing the bayonet fitting onto the dump valve on use and the environment the system is subject to, outlet and rotating clockwise until it feels solid and sanitizing is recommended prior to storing and before...
Maintenance Black Water Tank Flush Draining the tanks as described will protect them from freezing during storage. When traveling in sub-freezing temperatures, use a winterizing solution designed for RV use. Follow the directions on the container. The trailer has a water hose connector specifically for flushing the Black Water Tank.
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Maintenance The main consideration in winterizing your trailer is 9� After the water has stopped running from the drain to guard against freeze damage to the fresh water lines, apply 50 lb. of air pressure at the city water system lines, tank, and pump; the waste drain system inlet.
This may be ordered through the Also, lubricate the hinge pins periodically with Airstream dealer or at the Airstream online store at household oil. Use the lubricant sparingly and www.airstream.com. immediately remove any excess from exterior skin.
Maintenance 120-Volt/30- and 50-Amp Diagrams The following electrical diagrams are representative of the National Electric Code (NEC) and Canadian Standards Association (CSA). All circuits are NEC with the exception of CSA circuits as specified in each respective table. 23CB International (30 Amp) Circuit 5, 15 Amp Main Circuit, 30 Amp Water Heater (Wired Direct)
The following diagram depicts the way Airstream wires bar to an area just behind the Seelevel Monitor display. the solar system on factory-installed units and is the The best way to reach the Cat 5 cable is to remove recommended wiring for use of the pre-wire system.
8. What does the power converter do in my may harm the system. trailer? 3. I was told my Airstream is pre-wired for solar Answer: The converter takes 120-volt AC shore power panels. What does this mean? and turns it into 12-volt DC to keep batteries charged Answer: Wiring has been installed throughout your unit and power 12-volt items in your trailer.
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3. Do I need a water regulator? Appliances Answer: No, your Airstream is equipped with a built in 1. I am planning for a trip in my Airstream. How regulator rated for 50 psi. should I get the refrigerator cooled down? 4.
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You can help prevent this by regularly cleaning window seals with soapy water and applying 4. Can I use a nylon cover for my Airstream? a silicone product or Aerospace Protectant 303 to the Answer: Airstream does not recommend using any type seals.
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Index Air Conditioner 5-13 Electrical 5-7 Alarms 2-3 Emergency Escape Windows 6-3 Appliances 2-2 Equalizing Hitch Load Distribution 7-4 Awning 6-4 Exhaust Fans 5-13 Axle 6-6 Extended Stay 3-8 Axles 8-8 Exterior Shower 6-4 Backing 7-7 FAQs and Answers 8-38 Battery 8-10 Faucets 5-7 Battery Disconnect Switch 5-8...
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Index Leveling 3-8 Tanks Load Distribution Draining, Dumping, Cleaning 8-11 Equalizing 7-5 Thermostat 5-17 Loading 7-3 Tires 8-5 Tire Size 4-5 Detector 2-5 Toilet 5-7 Fill Valve 6-7 Towing 2-2 Gas Regulator 6-8 General Information 7-5 Port 6-9 Tow Vehicle 7-2 Safety 6-9 Trailer Tanks 6-8...
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Beautiful is a call to action to pick up the litter, toss it in a can, and not simply step over it and pass it by. Your purchase of a new Airstream will open doors to new experiences and places you’ve only dreamed of – but it takes all of us working together to ensure those places remain pristine, accessible, and ready for the next adventure.
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